Quote by Jodi Picoult

She'd been in labor for nineteen hours; I completely understood why she wanted to pass the buck. 'You are so beautiful,' her husband crooned, holding up her shoulders.'You are so full of shit,' Lila snarled, but as a contraction settled over her like a net, she bore down and pushed.

She'd been in labor for nineteen hours; I completely underst

Summary

This quote captures a tense moment during childbirth, where the expectant mother, Lila, is exhausted and frustrated after nineteen hours of labor. Her husband, trying to be supportive, compliments her beauty. However, Lila, in agony, responds bitterly, indicating her discomfort and irritation. Despite her resentment, Lila chooses to focus on the task at hand and pushes through the pain. The quote showcases the complex mix of emotions and intensity experienced during childbirth, where moments of tension and resilience coexist.

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By Jodi Picoult

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